The diagnostic socket is located on the driver's side in the footwell below the dashboard.
expand_moreExhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
No
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
No
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
No
All other modifications
Yes
expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
700–1100 rpm700–1100 rpm700–1100 rpm
All other modifications
770–930 rpm770–930 rpm770–930 rpm
expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox
1.6 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 177 HP at 5500 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (2009.1–)
650–900 rpm650–900 rpm650–900 rpm
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 118 HP engine (2012.3–)
850 rpm850 rpm850 rpm
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
700–1100 rpm700–1100 rpm700–1100 rpm
All other modifications
770–930 rpm770–930 rpm770–930 rpm
expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
176°F176°F80°C
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–)
176°F176°F80°C
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
176°F176°F80°C
All other modifications
140°F140°F60°C
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
CO content at idling speed
0–0.5 %0–0.5 %0–0.5 %
CO content at increased idling speed
0.2 %0.2 %0.2 %
Increased idling speed
2800–3200 rpm2800–3200 rpm2800–3200 rpm
expand_moreLambda sensor design
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
wideband sensor
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
wideband sensor
All other modifications
Jump type lambda sensor
Lambda value
0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
Petrol conditioning time
30 s30 s30 s
Test speed for lambda sensor signal
600–950 rpm600–950 rpm600–950 rpm
Voltage swing at test speed
0.3 V0.3 V0.3 V
More than
To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by Opel.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Opel Insignia Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Opel warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Opel Insignia Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 Opel Insignia Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.